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The Period Interior's Blog

The Period Interior, the blog on everything to do with period homes.
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There are no architectural details and charming quirks to work with in a new build, but that doesn't mean that you have to live in a characterless space. With a little careful planning it is possible to turn your new build into a home with a lived in feel. Antique Glass, Mouldings, New Builds, Architecture Details, Period, How To Plan, Live, Space, Building
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Louise Booyens Interiors | How to Add Character to a New Build
There are no architectural details and charming quirks to work with in a new build, but that doesn't mean that you have to live in a characterless space. With a little careful planning it is possible to turn your new build into a home with a lived in feel. Image @ashbrooklocationhouse
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
Chimneypieces reflected the evolving tastes and architectural trends of the long 18th C, showcasing a range of distinctive styles that marked this period. If you are lucky enough to inherit an original mantelpiece, it definitely deserves careful restoration and preservation. This beautiful rare stone chimneypiece by Robert Adam is available at @westlandlondonantiques . #lighting #periodhomes #oldhouse #periodhouse #fireplaceideas #georgianfireplace #georgianhouse #periodhouse #georgianhome Fireplace Screens, Fireplace Mantle, Georgian Fireplaces, Georgian Homes, Rare Stone, Mantelpiece, Old House, Restoration, Architecture
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Chimneypieces reflected the evolving tastes and architectural trends of the long 18th C, showcasing a range of distinctive styles that marked this period. If you are lucky enough to inherit an original mantelpiece, it definitely deserves careful restoration and preservation. This beautiful rare stone chimneypiece by Robert Adam is available at @westlandlondonantiques . #lighting #periodhomes #oldhouse #periodhouse #fireplaceideas #georgianfireplace #georgianhouse #periodhouse #georgianhome
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The Period Interior's Blog
Many period homes don't have any ceiling lights in the reception rooms and main bedrooms. If this is the case, don't automatically think you have to add one. Main Bedroom, Reception Rooms, Homeowner, Bedrooms, Homes, Ceiling Lights, Website, Interior Design
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Many period homes don't have any ceiling lights in the reception rooms and main bedrooms. If this is the case, don't automatically think you have to add one. Visit our website to read more...
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
Chimneypieces reflected the evolving tastes and architectural trends of the long 18th C, showcasing a range of distinctive styles that marked this period. If you are lucky enough to inherit an original mantelpiece, it definitely deserves careful restoration and preservation. This beautiful rare stone chimneypiece by Robert Adam is available at @westlandlondonantiques #fireplace #georgianhouse #periodhomes #georgianfireplace #fireplaces Stone Fireplace, Interior
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Chimneypieces reflected the evolving tastes and architectural trends of the long 18th C, showcasing a range of distinctive styles that marked this period. If you are lucky enough to inherit an original mantelpiece, it definitely deserves careful restoration and preservation. This beautiful rare stone chimneypiece by Robert Adam is available at @westlandlondonantiques #fireplace #georgianhouse #periodhomes #georgianfireplace #fireplaces
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
Read about how interiors in England changed during the Regency period. At the end of the 18th & beginning of the 19th century there was a growing taste for freedom and irregularity in landscape views. As people were looking to adopt a more relaxed way of life, interior design in England slowly changed to accommodate the more informal lifestyle. Thank you to @manwithahammer for the image. #regencyhouse #regencybedroom #georgianbedroom #periodhomes #periodhouse #periodhome #regencyinterior Regency House, Architecture House, Home Interior Design, Layout, Bedroom, 19th Century, Freedom
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Read about how interiors in England changed during the Regency period. At the end of the 18th & beginning of the 19th century there was a growing taste for freedom and irregularity in landscape views. As people were looking to adopt a more relaxed way of life, interior design in England slowly changed to accommodate the more informal lifestyle. Thank you to @manwithahammer for the image. #regencyhouse #regencybedroom #georgianbedroom #periodhomes #periodhouse #periodhome #regencyinterior
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
There are no architectural details and charming quirks to work with in a new build, but that doesn't mean that you have to live in a characterless space. With a little careful planning it is possible to turn your new build into a home with a lived in feel. Image @ashbrooklocationhouse British Home, Gallery Wall, Ads
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Louise Booyens Interiors | How to Add Character to a New Build
There are no architectural details and charming quirks to work with in a new build, but that doesn't mean that you have to live in a characterless space. With a little careful planning it is possible to turn your new build into a home with a lived in feel. Image @ashbrooklocationhouse
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
Today, chinoiserie is not often used in the 'themed' way of 18th century Chinese rooms, but rather as accents in a room, for example a chinoiserie lamp, vase or cabinet. Chinoiserie accessories work really well when mixed with contemporary and modern pieces Chinoiserie Interior, Chinoiserie Lamp, Chinese Room, Contemporary, Modern, Fashion Design, 18th Century
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Louise Booyens Interiors | Chinoiserie Interior Design Style
Today, chinoiserie is not often used in the 'themed' way of 18th century Chinese rooms, but rather as accents in a room, for example a chinoiserie lamp, vase or cabinet. Chinoiserie accessories work really well when mixed with contemporary and modern pieces
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
There was an idea of the 'Ideal Home' at the start of the 20th century which was displayed at the Ideal Home Exhibition in 1910. This 'Ideal Home' had eight rooms: a hall, living room, four bedrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen. Health and hygiene became hugely important and houses now had to be lighter, airier and more comfortable than before. People needed individuality, flexibility and informality from their homes and they aimed to create a cosy homeliness. Country Cottage Decor, Country Kitchen, Kitchen 2020, Country Cottages, Cottage Interior, Farmhouse Kitchen, Kitchen Renovation Design, Kitchen Design, Sweet Home
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Edwardian Houses - A Perfect Combination of Old and New
There was an idea of the 'Ideal Home' at the start of the 20th century which was displayed at the Ideal Home Exhibition in 1910. This 'Ideal Home' had eight rooms: a hall, living room, four bedrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen. Health and hygiene became hugely important and houses now had to be lighter, airier and more comfortable than before. People needed individuality, flexibility and informality from their homes and they aimed to create a cosy homeliness.
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
There are no architectural details and charming quirks to work with in a new build, but that doesn't mean that you have to live in a characterless space. With a little careful planning it is possible to turn your new build into a home with a lived in feel. Shiplap Ceiling, Low Ceiling, Wall Paneling, Dado Rail, Chimney Breast, House Property, Wall Bookshelves, Built In Furniture, House
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Louise Booyens Interiors | How to add character to a new build
There are no architectural details and charming quirks to work with in a new build, but that doesn't mean that you have to live in a characterless space. With a little careful planning it is possible to turn your new build into a home with a lived in feel. Image @ashbrooklocationhouse
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
Today, chinoiserie is not often used in the 'themed' way of 18th century Chinese rooms, but rather as accents in a room, for example a chinoiserie lamp, vase or cabinet. Chinoiserie accessories work really well when mixed with contemporary and modern pieces. Chinoiserie Motifs, Chinoiserie Style, Chinese Garden, Chinese Art, Zuber Wallpaper, Love Wallpaper
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Louise Booyens Interiors | Chinoiserie Interior Design Style
Today, chinoiserie is not often used in the 'themed' way of 18th century Chinese rooms, but rather as accents in a room, for example a chinoiserie lamp, vase or cabinet. Chinoiserie accessories work really well when mixed with contemporary and modern pieces.
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
The Georgian style didn't consist of only one interior style; the interior fashions changed throughout the century and included four main artistic styles: Palladianism, Rococo, Neoclassicism and Regency. Looking at different styles during the Georgian period. Read the post here: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/interior-design-style-georgian Interior Styling, Style Change, Rococo, Georgian, Regency, Different Styles, Fireplace
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The Georgian style didn't consist of only one interior style; the interior fashions changed throughout the century and included four main artistic styles: Palladianism, Rococo, Neoclassicism and Regency. Looking at different styles during the Georgian period. Read the post here: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/interior-design-style-georgian
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
Before the 18th century, chairs and other pieces of furniture were only moved into the middle of the room when it was being used. The furniture stayed against the walls when it wasn't being used, so that the centre of the room was empty most of the time. Skirting Boards, Quick Guide, Tudor, Rails, Good Times, Kitchen Remodel
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Before the 18th century, chairs and other pieces of furniture were only moved into the middle of the room when it was being used. The furniture stayed against the walls when it wasn't being used, so that the centre of the room was empty most of the time.
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
"I'm a Baroque person. More than Baroque, I'm a Rococo person. I don't draw straight lines" - Nuno Roque Read the post here: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/interior-design-style-rococo Image credit: Fritiliary Linen by Lewis and Wood Wooden Panelling, Cottage Style Home, Country House, Indian Block Print, Minimalism Interior, Elegant Art, Rococo Style, Wallpaper Samples, Wingback Chair
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"I'm a Baroque person. More than Baroque, I'm a Rococo person. I don't draw straight lines" - Nuno Roque Read the post here: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/interior-design-style-rococo Image credit: Fritiliary Linen by Lewis and Wood
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Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
Lincrusta has been called "the ultimate wall covering" and has gained a lot of popularity over the last few years. As it is a specialist wall covering, it requires specialist installation skills. Frank Holmes is an approved Lincrusta installer and restorer and I asked him to tell us a bit more about this incredible wallpaper. Read the post on the blog: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/what-is-lincrusta Image credit: Lincrusta Ltd Wall Covering, Holmes, Specialist, Contemporary Design, House Interior, Skills, Ultimate
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Lincrusta has been called "the ultimate wall covering" and has gained a lot of popularity over the last few years. As it is a specialist wall covering, it requires specialist installation skills. Frank Holmes is an approved Lincrusta installer and restorer and I asked him to tell us a bit more about this incredible wallpaper. Read the post on the blog: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/what-is-lincrusta Image credit: Lincrusta Ltd
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog
You should never be afraid to add pattern to your design scheme. Think for a moment of a room decorated without any pattern whatsoever. You can imagine it being rather boring and flat. Pattern gives a room interest and creates activity in the space. Read the post here: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/five-easy-tips-for-choosing-patterns Schemes, Boring, Room Decor, Flat, Patterns, Colour, Color
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You should never be afraid to add pattern to your design scheme. Think for a moment of a room decorated without any pattern whatsoever. You can imagine it being rather boring and flat. Pattern gives a room interest and creates activity in the space. Read the post here: https://www.louisebooyens.com/post/five-easy-tips-for-choosing-patterns
Louise Booyens Interiors
Louise Booyens Interiors
The Period Interior's Blog